Notice_of_Intent_to_Sole_Source.doc

The Social Security Administration (SSA) intends to negotiate solely with Stenograph LLC, 596 W Lamont Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126 under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 13.501(a) and 41 U.S.C 253, no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements for the continued maintenance of the Steno Writers. Continued maintenance of these products is essential. Access to upgrades, updates, and fixes and patches ensures software continues to be compatible with the operating system. This is not a request for quotes; quotes submitted in response to this notice will not be considered. Interested parties that believe they can provide the required services must respond to this notice no later than 4pm ET Friday, September 28, 2017. When responding to this announcement, respondents should refer to SSA-RFQ-17-1515. Responses should be emailed to Aminta.Freeman@ssa.gov . Faxed responses and telephone calls will not be permitted. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. The Government will not pay for any information received. Requests for copies of a solicitation in response hereto will not be honored or acknowledged.